1998 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2011 Ford Fusion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Fusion weights approximately 216 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2011 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2011 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
